Between June 1941 and May 1945 the largest conflict the world had ever seen was fought across Eastern Europe, culminating in the absolute defeat not only of a new ideology, but of an entire nation.

The Long Drive East is the first of two volumes and follows the German advance from the Soviet frontier to the eve of the Soviet counter offensive at Stalingrad. In a clear chronological style, this book covers the main areas of operations across the extensive battle front. It includes details of the armies involved, their strengths, orders of battle and casualties. The Long Drive East gives the reader a unique insight into the sheer scale of this titanic struggle.